I feel stupid but I just found out that I can hold 2nd gear at a complete stop. This helps because I can give it gas without tire spin and the car still pulls smoothly. I did this by holding the shifter up. When the gears downshift as I stop I just catch 2nd gear and hold the shifter up. I think it corners better in 2nd gear too. Very sweet and made my day!

 

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